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March 12, 2026

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Today, the Pirates face the Baltimore Orioles in Spring Training, providing fans a glimpse of the team’s revamped offense after a long winter of adjustments. The arrival of Ryan O'Hearn adds depth, but the real buzz centers around 19-year-old Konnor Griffin, who is already turning heads with his big league potential. Meanwhile, fans are debating who will emerge as the team's best hitter this season, a question that reflects both hope and uncertainty after years of disappointing seasons. Jared Triolo appears unfazed by the scrutiny surrounding his role, showing that the pressure to succeed could either spark a breakout or weigh heavily on his performance. As the Pirates strive for their first playoff appearance in over a decade, every game and every decision counts.

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Spring Training Game #19: Pirates vs. Orioles

Spring Training Game #19: Pirates vs. Orioles

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Baltimore Orioles, March 11, 2026, 1:05 p.m. ET Location: Ed Smith Stadium, Sarasota, FL How to Listen: KDKA-FM 93.7 The Pittsburgh Pirates are back in action today with a game where they will take on the Baltimore Orioles in Spring Training. Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines. BD community, this is […]

VOTE: Who will be Pirates best hitter this season?

VOTE: Who will be Pirates best hitter this season?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Pirates fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Pittsburgh Pirates made some moves this offseason to address their offense. And at least so […]

MLBTR Podcast: Jesús Luzardo’s Extension, Atlanta’s Depth, And Zack Littell

MLBTR Podcast: Jesús Luzardo’s Extension, Atlanta’s Depth, And Zack Littell

The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Anthony Franco of […]

Offseason In Review: Pittsburgh Pirates

Offseason In Review: Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pirates went into the winter with a lot of pitching and almost no hitting. They spent the offseason smoothing out that imbalance and the team looks better going into 2026. Is it enough to get them back to the playoffs for first time in over a decade? Major League Signings 1B/OF Ryan O’Hearn: Two […]

Top prospect Griffin is putting on a show ... but he's also 19. Where does he go from here?

Top prospect Griffin is putting on a show ... but he's also 19. Where does he go from here?

SARASOTA, Fla. -- Konnor Griffin has certainly looked big league-ready at times in Spring Training. Of course, he's also still just a 19-year-old prospect.

With ample noise surrounding his role with Pirates, little shakes Triolo

With ample noise surrounding his role with Pirates, little shakes Triolo

SARASOTA, Fla. -- Maybe it happens on the golf course. Or if he forgets something while packing for road trips. But in some facet of his life, human nature would seemingly tell us that Jared Triolo is affected by something.